Admissions Coordinator
George Mason University
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 16, 2024
Department: Antonin Scalia Law School
Classification: Education Support Spec 2
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Arlington, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Pay Band: 03
Salary: Salary starting mid $40K to mid $50K; commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
To educate students to become lawyers, the George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School has designated a curriculum that addresses three of the most pressing requirements of contemporary legal practice: facility with economic and quantitative methods, the increasing need for specialization, and a thorough grounding in fundamental skills of legal research, writing, and analysis. George Mason University's Antonin Scalia Law School is located in Arlington, VA, just two miles from downtown Washington, D.C. Antonin Scalia Law School is a Top 50 law school. A relatively young law school, Scalia Law offers students an opportunity to pursue a JD, JM, or an LLM.
About the Position:
The Admissions Coordinator is primarily responsible for responding to applicant and prospective student inquires, mailing materials, maintaining applicant files, and performing clerical and office tasks necessary to support the office.
Responsibilities:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Admissions Coordinator at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.
Posting Open Date: May 13, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: May 30, 2024
Open Until Filled?: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
Classification: Education Support Spec 2
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Arlington, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Pay Band: 03
Salary: Salary starting mid $40K to mid $50K; commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
To educate students to become lawyers, the George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School has designated a curriculum that addresses three of the most pressing requirements of contemporary legal practice: facility with economic and quantitative methods, the increasing need for specialization, and a thorough grounding in fundamental skills of legal research, writing, and analysis. George Mason University's Antonin Scalia Law School is located in Arlington, VA, just two miles from downtown Washington, D.C. Antonin Scalia Law School is a Top 50 law school. A relatively young law school, Scalia Law offers students an opportunity to pursue a JD, JM, or an LLM.
About the Position:
The Admissions Coordinator is primarily responsible for responding to applicant and prospective student inquires, mailing materials, maintaining applicant files, and performing clerical and office tasks necessary to support the office.
Responsibilities:
- Serves as the primary operational and technological manager for the Admissions Office. Serves as an expert in admissions operations with particular emphasis on Banner and ACES2 optimization, as well as implementations, maintenance, and enhancements related to both systems. Manages Banner and ACES2 database/application processing systems, scanning, data input, and information tracking for use in the Admissions Office. Maintains all student records in Banner and ACES2;
- Manages the application processing lifecycle from application creation to enrollment to support the attainment of key admissions objectives. Processes all applications, maintains records on applications and admissions decisions, and coordinates communication to applicants regarding missing documents, transcripts, and scores. Monitors applicant status and ensures that all required application documentation is received within established deadlines. Maintains accurate data on applicant status, new applications, withdrawals, scholarships, and yield;
- Manages and executes the Admissions decision process, including decision letters, decision emails, status emails, and scholarship letters;
- Coordinates with various Mason offices to ensure student visas are processed;
- Performs a range of administrative duties, including clerical tasks, handling reimbursement processes, and managing office tasks, as required. Assists with phone coverage; and
- Assists with recruitment event preparation and closing, including creating nametags, registering Scalia Law for recruitment events, and processing payment reimbursement. Participates in recruitment activities as required.
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
- Demonstrated ability to exercise substantial attention to detail;
- Demonstrated organizational skills;
- Effective verbal and written communication skills;
- Experience using Microsoft Office suite and computer databases;
- Experience working in an environment subject to quickly changing priorities;
- Ability to use Microsoft Office suite and computer databases;
- Ability to independently manage and complete work assignments without close supervision;
- Evidence of effective verbal and written communication skills; and
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field;
- Experience with admissions, student recruitment, and/or enrollment management; and
- Experience with ACES2 or Banner.
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Admissions Coordinator at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.
Posting Open Date: May 13, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: May 30, 2024
Open Until Filled?: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
